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Glucose test....188

JAT52015 wrote:

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Happy start of the 3rd trimester....you have to go for the 3 hour test!!! My count was 188. I've only gained 19 lbs in 28 weeks, I work out at least 5 days a week. Why? I know I don't have the best diet, but why? Anyone think the 3 hour test will come back with good news?

There's nothing you can do to cause or prevent GD. It's caused by a chemical imbalance. Remember that failing the 1 hour test isn't a diagnosis, just means you need more testing. Good luck with the 3 hour test!

I'm sorry about that. You will do the 3 hour test, and my guess is that even if you pass it, because your results were this elevated, they will probably still have you watch your carbs.

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medicm2015

I barely failed 1 hour and passed 3 hour. It's all about how your body processes the sugars. Nothing you can do about it. Make sure to fast for the 3 hour for at least 12 hours. (Some may say 8). My lab does 12. Good luck. What's your OB'S cutoff?

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NinaIsh

I'm sitting here now doing my 3 hour test. I have a little more then an hour left. Blah. Good luck

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kingone

There is nothing you can do about your body's reaction to or processing of the insulin, please don't beat yourself up! I am a FTM, very fit and healthy, have only gained 5lbs this pregnancy. I eat a very healthy, whole foods, low carb, organic diet. I walk at least a mile daily. I felt SO GOOD and was so proud of how well I was doing and BAM I failed the one hour then the 3 hour. If you do fail it's okay! It's has not been too hard for me and if anything I am having to eat more carbs and more food in general than what I was so don't panic. Just know that it's not your fault and you can still have a great and healthy third trimester. Good luck!!

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hmsaucedo

I failed my 1-hour today too with a 141 and the cut off was 140. I'm slightly annoyed because they did a finger *** which is not as accurate as a venipuncture (I'm an OB nurse and we only do venipunctures in our office).

My mind immediately jumped to the worst case scenario - for me that would be having to transfer to an OB since I'm seeing a CNM now and REALLY want a midwife for the labor/birth!

I've actually not gained any weight at all in the pregnancy, so I'm very surprised at today's test. I had bad nausea so it was hard to eat before, now I have bad heartburn so it's still hard to eat! But oh well, no choice but to do the dreaded 3-hour GTT.

With my first, I failed the 1 hour with 174 and passed the 3 hour. With my second, I failed the 1 hour with 150 and failed the 3 hour and diagnosed GD. This time around I passed my one hour with a 120 and soo excited! It really completely varies depending on person and pregnancy. It's all in the placenta. As you can see the 1 hour for me was higher with my first then my second, and my 3 hour results varied with both, so who knows but good luck!!

Usually when you fail by that much it's a good indicator of having gd. I know people whose drs will diagnose it off a number that high. Definitely take the 3 hour to confirm but I would prepare for it. I failed the 1 hour by 1 point and I ended up having it. Sucks!

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KimmyM1988

I failed mine with a 170.. I go for my three hour on Saturday morning. Also worrying, but trying not to.. Good luck!!

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jmbischoff

I got my results today as well, 211. I instantly started crying because my office won't do the three hour for people above 200. I asked and pleaded but he told me the 3 hour is a waste for people with that high of a number. So.. I go Monday for my gestational diabetes education :( I've cried all day about it lol. I really really hope you pass the 3 hour! I just keep telling myself I only have 12 weeks left.

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Katiebal1

I found out yesterday that I, too, have failed the 3 hr. I failed by 3 pts. I cried quite a bit, but am trying yo accept things today. Clearly nothing you can change, if diagnosed. I have to say I joined the GD board yesterday and the girls on there are very supportive. If you happen to fail (I hope you don't ), join that board. Good luck!!

Last pregnancy I failed the 1 hour with a 189 and passed the three hour. Just know it's nothing you can control. Good luck! I took mine today, and am very anxious to get the results

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Cocobeanmama

When u fast, can u drink water?

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sanchezsara2011

I failed my first test with my first born, had to take the 3 hour and was fine. I wouldn't worry or think about your weight, especially since your an active, healthy person.

I'm the same way and about to take my test soon too. But I really try hard to not worry about my weight. I'm a whopping 114 lbs and have gained 15 + already which is a healthy weight gain so far.

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DonnaMartinGraduates

My first pregnancy I took the 1 hour test after lunch and failed spectacularly. I passed the 3 hour without any issues. I only gained 25 lbs the entire pregnancy (I started 5'2, 110) and was never given any dietary restrictions. You'll probably pass the 3 hour.

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